Duroob Gatherings – Ettijahat: Independent Culture

3 October

On 3 October 2025, Madaniya hosted an event as part of the Duroob Gatherings programme, organised by Ettijahat – Independent Culture, under the title “A Space for Reflection on the Roles of Intangible Cultural Heritage in Syria.” The event provided an interactive dialogue space to discuss the role of intangible cultural heritage in rebuilding social bonds and strengthening a shared Syrian identity, with the participation of researchers, artists, and cultural practitioners from across different governorates. The discussion aimed to explore how cultural heritage can serve as a tool for expression and reconciliation in the post-conflict period, while opening a broader conversation on the relationship between culture, memory, and citizenship in Syria today.